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Cacti and Succulents: An illustrated guide to the plants and their cultivation
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Cacti and Succulents: An illustrated guide to the plants and their cultivation
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Graham Charles
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:192 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 280,Width 220 |
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| Category/Genre | Succulents and cacti |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781861268723
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| Classifications | Dewey:635.93356 |
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| Illustrations |
Halftones, color; Illustrations, unspecified
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
The Crowood Press Ltd
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| Imprint |
The Crowood Press Ltd
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| Publication Date |
28 July 2006 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Beautifully illustrated and highly accessible, this essential guide to cacti and other succulents is both a practical manual and a source of reference and inspiration for all enthusiasts. More than 250 different species or genera, and their natural habitats are described. Topics covered:* The unique nature of succulents* The natural environment* History, classification and nomenclature* Watering, feeding, general care and propagation* Pests and diseases* Profiles of cacti and other succulents 420 colour photographs
Author Biography
Graham Charles first started growing cacti and succulents at the age of twelve and joined the National Cactus and Succulent Society in 1962. He qualified as a judge in 1972 and soon afterwards began to assemble his collection of documentated plants. Graham is a popular lecturer in Britain and has also spoken in various parts of Europe and in the USA.
Reviews"Offers a fascinating sampling of this plant group's tremendous diversity." --The American Gardener
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